Smashburger appoints new president

According to the company, this appointment follows the recent closure of a $15 million round of funding by Consumer Capital Partners, or CCP for Smashburger's planned expansion in the US. As president, Mr Crane will oversee all operations including all field operations, operations support, sales and marketing implementation and food and equipment distribution. Mr Crane previously served as executive vice president of Fugate Enterprises, an operator of over 300 franchise restaurants. Smashburger has also announced that it will locate its corporate headquarters in Denver, Colorado. David Prokupek, managing partner for Consumer Capital Partners, said: "Scott Crane is a 20 year restaurant industry veteran who brings tremendous talent and leadership to Smashburger in the areas of restaurant operations, real estate selection and development, growth, and strategic planning."